Lignans are a group of compounds consisting of dimers of phenyl propane units. They are
found in diverse forms distributed in a variety of plants. Sesame lignans in particular are …

Sesamin and sesamolin are clinically important antioxidant lignans that exhibit
anticholestrolemic, antihypertensive and anticancer properties. Chemically they are phenyl …

Major lignans of sesame sesamin and sesamolin are benzodioxol--substituted furofurans.
Sesamol, sesaminol, its epimers, and episesamin are transformation products found in …

Sesame seed contains very high levels (up to 2.5%) of furofuran lignans with beneficial
physiological activities, mainly sesamin, sesamolin, and sesaminol glucosides. Reported …

Nutraceutical aspects of sesame oil (SO) are well reported. However, an efficient process for
commercial production has not yet been reported. In this study we have aimed at separating …

Sesame lignans, whose biosynthetic pathway is the subject of this study, have well-
established antioxidant and health protecting properties. Using a combination of radio-and …

Sesame seed (Sesamum indicum L.) is a rich source of furofuran lignans with a wide range
of potential biological activities. The major lignans in sesame seeds are the oil‐soluble …

Publisher Summary This chapter outlines the nutritional and health benefits of sesame
seeds. Sesame seeds have been used as a health food for disease prevention in Asian …

Sesame: Bioactive compounds and health benefits Page 209 Sesame: Bioactive
Compounds and Health Benefits Niti Pathak, Asani Bhaduri, and Ashwani K. Rai Contents 1 …

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is a significantly lucrative cash crop for millions of small-
holder farmers. Its seeds are an important source of a highly appreciated vegetable oil …